"I am not holding a grudge. At the time, to tell you the truth I was disappointed because it was a very good opportunity for me.

"Everton, they are not a small club. There were other clubs interested too. But it was not concrete like Everton. It was a very good opportunity for me. A golden opportunity. They are playing for the top positions.

"They could be in Europe. So it was an interesting challenge for me. At the time, I was disappointed. Despite all of that, today I have dealt with it. It is forgotten. Now, I will continue to attempt to put in good performances."